Los Angeles hillside collapse threatens homes, forces evacuations, California

Los Angeles hillside collapse threatens homes, forces evacuations, California

An early-morning landslide on March 13, 2023, caused significant damage to a house under construction and posed a threat to several other homes in the 3700 block of North Ventura Canyon Avenue, Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported no injuries, and several residents were evacuated as a precaution. The landslide led to the red-tagging of at least one building and prompted the deployment of LAFD Drone Operators to assess the situation further.

Sudden thunderstorm drops heavy rain and hail across Los Angeles County

Sudden thunderstorm drops heavy rain and hail across Los Angeles County

A powerful thunderstorm swept through northern and central Los Angeles County on Thursday afternoon, March 7, 2024, bringing with it heavy rain, hail, and an increased risk of flooding. Flash flood warnings were put into effect for parts of Ventura and Los Angeles counties, as the storm traveled eastward, affecting regions from the San Fernando Valley to the San Gabriel Valley.

Drone footage captures dramatic cliff collapse at Centerville Beach, California

Drone footage captures dramatic cliff collapse at Centerville Beach, California

A significant landslide event occurred at Centerville Beach near Ferndale in Humboldt County, California, on Saturday, February 24, 2024, dramatically altering the landscape as a large portion of land, including parts of the Fleener Creek Trailhead parking lot, slipped into the ocean.

Atmospheric river event brings new round of heavy rain and snow to California

Atmospheric river event brings new round of heavy rain and snow to California

An atmospheric river event continues directing subtropical moisture over much of California on Monday, February 19, 2024. Heavy coastal and low elevation rain, thunderstorms, heavy mountain snow and high winds are all expected from this new atmospheric river event.

Powerful atmospheric river triggers state of emergency in Southern California, rare Level 4 of 4 risk of excessive rainfall

Powerful atmospheric river triggers state of emergency in Southern California, rare Level 4 of 4 risk of excessive rainfall

An intense atmospheric river event hit California on Sunday, February 4, 2024, prompting Gov. Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency in eight counties due to the potential for “life-threatening” flooding, mudslides, and widespread power outages. The National Weather Service warns of significant rainfall, powerful winds, and heavy snowfall continuing over the next few days.

San Francisco exceeds seasonal rain totals, another atmospheric river and extremely dangerous winds approaching California, U.S.

San Francisco exceeds seasonal rain totals, another atmospheric river and extremely dangerous winds approaching California, U.S.

Severe storms swept through California on Thursday, February 1, 2024, causing widespread flooding, power outages, and fallen trees. The first of two storms, part of strong atmospheric river systems, hit the San Francisco Bay Area before moving south towards Los Angeles, delivering over 100 mm (4 inches) of rain in some areas. Officials warn of a “significant threat” from an even larger storm expected over the weekend, with the potential for excessive rain, heavy snow, and strong winds across the state through Tuesday, February 7.